Fashion Planner

Hunkemöller • Deerfield, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Fashion Planner, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of the Department, working closely with the Merchandiser, Buying and cross‑functional teams. You will contribute to building accurate plans, analysing performance, and supporting in‑season trading decisions to deliver the optimum assortment across markets. This role offers strong exposure to WSSI management, stock and profit control, and forward planning, making it an excellent development opportunity within Merchandising.

Hunkemöller’s mission is to be a much loved, social and inclusive brand - powered by our people. We have over 900 stores in 15 countries and we are growing. Our plans to expand both in Europe and beyond provide exceptional opportunities for those with a passion for retail. Indeed, passion is one our six values: fun, inclusive, passionate, sexy, in-touch and inspiring. These values drive all we do and together with our growing commitment to the well-being of people, planet and communities, we are building a brand aligned to the demands of our global customers and those that work with us. Our USPs are many however, at the heart of what makes us special is a commitment to World-Class service, whatever the channel and wherever the store. This commitment extends to how we work with each other and creating a World-Class working environment.

Hunkemöller is certified TOP EMPLOYER of the Netherlands (for the third time in a row) & Germany 2020, which underlines our people initiatives and achievements.

Requirements

• Has around 3 years’ experience in Merchandising or Planning within a fashion retail environment
• Highly analytical, with strong numerical skills and a commercial mindset
• Comfortable working with data and systems (SAP BW or similar), with advanced Excel/office skills
• Proactive, organised and eager to learn, with a desire to develop within Merchandising
• Enjoys working collaboratively and building strong cross‑functional relationships
• Fluent in English, written and spoken
• Passionate about fashion retail and thrives in a fast‑paced, energetic environment

Responsibilities

• Planning & WSSI Support Support the Merchandiser in building quarterly, half‑year and annual plans Build, maintain and update the WSSI and line projections, supporting forecasting, reforecasting and visibility of sales, stock, intake, markdown and profit Develop a strong understanding of the sales and profit plan and the implications of current trading
• Range Planning & Size Strategy Support option, width and depth planning, recommending decisions aligned to demand, historical performance and space Manage and analyse product size ratios, identifying opportunities to improve availability and performance by country, channel or shape
• Stock Management & In‑Season Trading Work closely with the Merchandiser to support appropriate stock levels across the season Analyse best and worst sellers, highlighting risks and opportunities and proposing clear actions Manage slow sellers and support stock balancing actions, including transfers and reallocation where appropriate
• Markdown & Clearance Support Identify and cost markdown recommendations, supporting decision‑making and approval processes Support clearance and exit strategies to reduce terminal stock and protect profitability
• Reporting & Commercial Analysis Prepare weekly performance and trading reports to support Weekly Trading Meetings Deliver clear, accurate analysis to inform in‑season actions and forward commitments Develop a strong understanding of all key commercial levers and how they impact sales, margin and stock
• Collaboration & Development Work closely with Buying, Branch Merchandising and Channel teams to support delivery of the Department strategy Build strong working relationships and develop merchandising capability through on‑the‑job learning and coaching Lead, coach and developt the MAA Merchandise Assistant

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 4 additional days
• Hybrid work model, combining office and remote working
• Possibility to work from abroad for up to 2 weeks per year
• An international work environment, working with teams across different countries
• Travel allowance to support commuting costs
• Access to the Hunkemöller Academy for professional development
• 25% employee discount on all Hunkemöller products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees